Associate Document Control

Role: Associate Document Control

Job Location: Dale City, VA

Position Type: 6-Month Contract-to-Hire

Shift: Monday to Friday 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

**Note: Onsite Interview**

Summary

This position is key in maintaining the Quality System documentation in a regulated manufacturing environment. The selected candidate will work cross-functionally to ensure compliance with internal procedures, customer requirements, and regulatory standards, including cGMP, FDA, SQF, HACCP, and FQP guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

Create, revise, and maintain Quality System documentation using technical writing best practices (formatting, numbering, version control)

Issue batch records accurately and promptly to the Production and Packaging departments

Review completed batch records to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements

Prepare documentation and provide support during customer audits and third-party certifications

Manage routing, review, and approval of controlled documents, deviations, and change controls

Conduct internal audits to assess compliance and document all findings and non-conformances

Track, document, and assist with the implementation and verification of CAPAs (Corrective and Preventive Actions)

Collaborate in cross-functional meetings for New Product Introductions (NPIs) and Change Control processes

Maintain updated records, specifications, and documents in coordination with Production, Packaging, R&D, and other departments

Enter and track quality data using computerized systems to ensure traceability and performance monitoring

Ensure ongoing compliance with SQF, HACCP, and FQP programs

Support adherence to FDA regulations and current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs)

Participate in training and development activities to support continuous improvement

Assist in ensuring the identity, purity, strength, and quality of all manufactured dietary supplement products

Perform other related duties as assigned by the Quality Management team

Qualifications & Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Food Science or related field preferred

Strong verbal and written communication skills in English (required for business and safety purposes)

Knowledge of GMP and Quality Systems

Ability to follow Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Test Methods

Attention to detail and a strong sense of accountability

Self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision

Strong interpersonal and analytical skills

Ability to build collaborative relationships with cross-functional teams